Masculine dossier · first seen 1983
Perseus
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2025
Peak births
168
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Perseus
How many people are named Perseus?
An estimated 1,379 living Americans are named Perseus.
How rare is Perseus?
Perseus is uncommon among babies today, with 168 boys receiving the name in 2025, matching its recorded peak.
How old is the typical Perseus?
The median age of a living American named Perseus is approximately 5 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 9 years old.
Is Perseus still popular?
Yes — Perseus is currently rising in popularity, with 168 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 4.5× higher than the previous decade.
1983Peak 20252025
Peak year
2025
Decline from peak
0%
2025
168
All-time
1,390